US President Donald Trump has reaffirmed Washington’s recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara, describing Morocco’s autonomy proposal as the only realistic path toward resolving the decades-long dispute.

The development comes as Spain continues to grapple with a massive migrant influx into its North African enclave of Ceuta, prompting emergency discussions across the European Union. The Western Sahara dispute remains one of North Africa’s most sensitive geopolitical issues, involving Morocco, the Polisario Front, Algeria, and international stakeholders.

Trump Reaffirms US Support for Morocco’s Western Sahara Claim | Spain Faces Migrant Crisis

Spain has deployed military personnel to Ceuta, its North African enclave, after an unprecedented surge of migrants crossed from Morocco, triggering one of Europe's biggest border crises in recent years.

According to reports, tens of thousands of migrants attempted to enter Ceuta by land and sea, while dozens reportedly lost their lives during the dangerous journey. Reception centers have become overwhelmed as authorities struggle to accommodate the growing number of arrivals.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has vowed to deploy all necessary resources while coordinating with Moroccan authorities to restore order. Meanwhile, Italy has called for Spain's suspension from the Schengen free-travel zone, arguing that Madrid's migration policies threaten European security—a claim Spain has rejected.

Political Tensions Grow Over Europe's Migration Policies | Wion 

A tragic incident off the coast of the Canary Islands left at least nine migrants dead and 48 missing after their boat capsized in rough waters on Friday. The journey, which began in North Africa, carried migrants attempting to enter Europe. Spanish coastguards rescued 60 survivors from the vessel.

Spain: 9 Migrants Dead, 48 Missing After Boat Capsizes Near Canary Islands | World News | WION

A six-year-old girl from the UK has climbed the highest mountain in North Africa. With this, she becomes the youngest girl to climb Mount Toubkal in Morocco, the highest peak in the Atlas Mountains Seren Price climbed the 13,000-foot-high mountain to raise funds for the hospital that saved her life when she was a baby, her father Glyn said.

Six-year-old UK girl becomes youngest to climb highest mountain in North Africa

Libya, Tunisia urged Europe to increase aid to help tackle migration crisis, as North African countries sought assistance at the Tripoli conference to help stem flow of refugees and migrants. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stressed the importance of fighting against human trafficking.

North African nations urge Europe to fund efforts to end migration crisis

Femicide and domestic violence against women in North Africa are increasingly reported online and by the media but rights groups say legal measures to protect the victims remain scant.

Femicide in North Africa exposed but legal protection lags

The International Monetary Fund's latest regional economic outlook paints a mixed picture for West Asia, North Africa & Pakistan. IMF downgraded West Asia's growth outlook amid ongoing conflicts & tight policies.

IMF’s regional economic outlook for West Asia, North Africa & Pakistan

The Italian island of Lampedusa is grappling with the new wave of migrant crisis. The island has been a witness to a record number of migrant landings, a vast majority of them arriving via sea from North Africa, Italy.

Italy migrant crisis: EU Chief, Italy PM Giorgia Meloni visit Lampedusa island

A battling Tiger Woods clawed his way out of early trouble to stay in the Masters hunt, carding a second round two-over 74 on a Friday as the wind gave him more problems than the right leg that he nearly lost in a career-threatening car crash.

Algeria: Over 30 killed, thousands evacuated after wildfires spread across multiple provinces

At least 34 people have been killed, including 10 soldiers, as wildfires swept across regions of Algeria, the Interior Ministry said.

Wildfires kill 25 in Algeria as heatwave sweeps North Africa

As economies gradually bounce back from the shocks of the COVID-19 pandemic, the International Labour Organization (ILO) has highlighted a concerning disparity in the employment landscape.

Unemployment disparity: High-income nations flourish, low-income countries lag behind

Tunisia and Egypt are on the brink of major debt crises, with Tunisia facing a political crisis and uncertainty over IMF support. Egypt's debt-to-GDP ratio is reaching critical levels, compounded by currency devaluations and dwindling reserves. The countries' fiscal strains could have far-reaching consequences for the region. The involvement of gulf allies and the potential impact on global financial markets further intensify the gravity of the situation.

Drowning in debt: North Africa braces for impact

Late last year, a clip filmed during a public event in South Sudan showing a stain spreading on the President Salvakia's pants went viral. The journalists who were covering the event were detained and accused of embarrassing the head of state and the country.

World of Africa: Concerns Grow Over Freedom of Press

Climate change is a pressing concern for the health of the planet. However, people worldwide appear to have become less concerned about its effect. Globally, the number of people thinking climate change posed a “very serious threat" to their country stood at 48.

People less concerned about climate change than before, shows survey

In South Africa, a large fire swept through the parliament building in cape town, damaging the 138-year-old national complex. An investigation is underway, officials though, are afraid that the damage could be extensive.

Fire sweeps through Parliament complex in Cape Town, South Africa

Two French soldiers were killed when their vehicle hit an improvised explosive device in northeastern Mali on Saturday. President Emmanuel Macron "learnt with great sadness" of the deaths of Sergeant Yvonne Huynh and Brigadier Loic Risser in the Menaka region, his office said in a statement.

Bomb kills two French soldiers in Mali

Al Qaeda`s North Africa branch (AQIM) has appointed a new leader and confirmed the death of its former leader Abdelmalek Droukdel who was killed by the French army in June, SITE Intelligence Group said on Saturday.

Al Qaeda in North Africa names new leader to succeed Droukdel

The Egyptian police force, in tandem with the National Security Agency has been accused of forced disappearances, torture of children. Human Rights Watch and Belady: An Island for Humanity in report which was released today claim that the legal system ignored the abuse.

Egyptian security forces allegedly torture, detain children in direct violation of law

Egypt's former military chief-of-staff Sami Anan was released from detention on Sunday almost two years after his arrest following his plans to compete in the 2018 presidential election, his office manager said on Twitter.

Egypt's ex-military chief of staff released after near two-year detention

What progress has Tunisia achieved after the 2011 Jasmine Revolution? How did the Arab spring shape the world? WION spoke to the Ambassador of Tunisia to India, Nejmeddine Lakhal to know more on this. Tunisia has also removed visa requirements for Indians travelling to the North African country. Can it attract more tourists with this move? Former Indian diplomat and show host Arun K. Singh talks to Mr. Lakhal on the evolving ties between the two countries in The Diplomacy Show.

The Diplomacy Show with the Ambassador of Tunisia to India, Nejmeddine Lakhal

Here's how President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi's Egypt hands out justice

King Mohammed VI of Morocco on Monday announced the launch later this year of a committee charged with elaborating a new development model to tackle social inequalities, while also urging a government reshuffle.

Morocco’s King Mohammed VI celebrates 20 years on the throne

Nearly 40 migrants were killed in an airstrike Tuesday night on their detention centre in a Tripoli suburb blamed on Libyan strongman Khalifa Haftar, who has been trying for three months to seize the capital.

Nearly 40 killed in air strike on Libya migrant centre

Aid workers sounded the alarm on Wednesday about health and hygiene conditions in a makeshift forest camp in Bosnia for hundreds of migrants as they face the spread of scabies and other diseases as well as food shortages.

Diseases, food shortages plague migrant 'jungle camp' in Bosnia

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